Sous Chef (3791)

Ancho & Agave; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Performance-based Bonus Program

Paid Vacation

401(k) with company match

Allowance for off-duty dining

Job summary

Ancho & Agave in Middleton, WI is looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $50,000 to $65,000 annually, depending on experience. You will be responsible for creating remarkable dining experiences, overseeing kitchen operations, and training staff.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience as a Sous Chef, a current Food Safety certification, and strong leadership skills. We offer excellent benefits including medical coverage, a performance-based bonus, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume restaurant.
• Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification required.
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Create exceptional culinary experiences for guests.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and staff training.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Job Details: Location: Middleton AA - Middleton, WI 53562; Position Type: Full Time; Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year; Shift: Open Availability.

Ancho & Agave is seeking a hardworking and reliable Sous Chef to help us create the ultimate dining experience for our guests. If you are passionate about the culinary arts and committed to professional success, APPLY TODAY!

Qualified candidates must be motivated, friendly, team-oriented, honest, and comfortable with managing people. Must be available to work consistently, act in a professional manner & have a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

Sous Chef responsibilities include but are not limited to creating exceptional culinary experiences for our guests, overseeing & participating in the daily kitchen operations (opening/closing procedures, receiving, food prep, cooking), training kitchen staff following company policies & procedures, upholding standards for food preparation and plating, food safety and sanitation, and workplace safety, controlling operational costs, taking inventories, and ordering food & supplies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 years of experience as a Sous Chef in a full-service, high-volume restaurant.
• Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification.
• Strong culinary skills including food preparation and cooking best practices.
• Working knowledge of restaurant industry operations, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively (verbal and written).
• Ability to lead a diverse team with varying degrees of experience.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate employees and obtain positive results.
• Strong time management, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to uphold vendor relationships and troubleshoot any daily challenges with a customer service representative.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously to deliver on-time results.
• Must be able to travel away from home for 35-45 days to participate in management training.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must be able to work a variety of morning, afternoon, evening & late-night work shifts, to match operational needs.
• Ability to work 45-55 hour work weeks. Work week hours will vary based on operational needs.
• Must have exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• High level of stamina to work on feet for extended periods.
• Must be able to stand, sit, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must have 21 years or age or older.

Benefits

• Competitive starting Salary ($50k-$65 per year, based on experience)
• Performance-based Bonus Program (up to $5,000 in years 1-3)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation upon hire
• 401(k) with company match
• Career advancement opportunities
• Allowance for off-duty dining

Ancho & Agave was born out of a flavor-obsessed craving for fresh, delicious Mexican food with a side of fun. We’re more than just tacos, amigos and tequila … we’re the champions of bringing together quality ingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.

Ancho & Agave is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.